One great feature of the e-menu, says a tech writer in the YouTube video below, is that patrons can view a photo of a dish, therefore eliminating the need to gawk awkwardly at the plate sitting on the table next to you.

And what about waiters and waitresses? They’re not entirely out of the picture. They’ll still serve your food and clear your table.

What do you think? Would an iPad change your dining experience? Would you prefer to place your order with a real live human being?